{"id":12410,"date":"2024-08-26T22:24:15","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T22:24:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cercatechnology.com\/en\/?p=12410"},"modified":"2024-08-26T22:25:40","modified_gmt":"2024-08-26T22:25:40","slug":"panamanian-3pl-increased-order-preparations-by-50-with-infor-wms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cercatechnology.com\/en\/news\/panamanian-3pl-increased-order-preparations-by-50-with-infor-wms\/","title":{"rendered":"Panamanian 3PL increased order preparations by 50% with Infor WMS."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Express Distributors, a leading logistics services company in Panama, has undergone a remarkable transformation in its operations thanks to cutting-edge technological solutions provided by Cerca Technology. With 49 years of experience in the Panamanian market<\/strong>, the company has strengthened its presence, covering the Col\u00f3n Free Zone, France Field, and the Manzanillo Logistics Park, reaching a total of 38,000 m\u00b2<\/strong> with its distribution centers. By 2024, it extends its commitment by acquiring a new warehouse in Parque Sur, offering services to other sectors such as the retail market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Express is part of the Motta International Group, a well-known retail company focused on the consumer market. The collaboration with Motta International, S.A. has been fundamental to the growth and optimization of Express Distributors Inc. Both companies, sharing operational processes, have worked hard to align their systems and improve operational efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfWhy was a WMS needed in their operation?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The need to implement a WMS arose due to the challenges of control, visibility, and service levels<\/strong> that the operation faced with a system that did not grow at the same pace as the company. They were seeking to improve productivity and account integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00abTo remain in the market coherently and consistently, it was essential to have a tool that would help us achieve our strategy. While we might have had the best intentions and the desire to satisfy our customers, without the right tool, those efforts would have been simply good intentions.\u00bb \u2014 Silverio Chir\u00fa, Project Manager for the group.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The adoption of the Warehouse Management System (WMS)<\/a><\/strong> had as its main objectives the automation of processes, reduction of operational costs, and more precise and efficient inventory management. This decision was crucial for improving the speed and accuracy of order preparation, as well as for optimizing inventory management according to the changing demands of the market, prioritizing customer service and quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfWhat metrics have been achieved with the implementation of the WMS?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The implementation of the WMS brought about significant improvements in locating merchandise, speeding up order preparation, and enhancing inventory accuracy. This resulted in greater customer satisfaction<\/strong>, increased operational productivity<\/strong>, and optimized company resources<\/strong>. \u00abWe were able to serve more customers with the same resources,\u00bb mentioned Chir\u00fa.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the metrics the company achieved after implementing Infor’s WMS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n